Hike Arthur's Seat & Calton Hill
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- This tour is a fantastic opportunity to explore some of the most historic and best-preserved areas of green space in the UK.
- Firstly, this walk will take you to Calton Hill with its historic monuments and spectacular views. Then see Holyrood Palace before entering Holyrood Park, Edinburgh’s finest park with thousands of years of natural and human history.
- The climb will then begin to the summit of Arthur’s Seat (251m/823ft), using the most relaxed and picturesque route. Be rewarded with stunning panoramic views from the peak across Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth.
- The descent will take in further historic sites and wildlife prior to concluding the walk.
- The walk is at a gentle pace and includes plenty of stops to admire the views and historic sites. Perfect for individuals and groups of all ages interested in seeing Edinburgh’s amazing landscape.
Overblik
- Ages: Ages 12-80, max of 10 per group
- Type: Mobile ticket
- Duration: 3h
- Live Guide: English
Tour højdepunkt
- Enjoy Edinburgh’s finest views from both Arthur’s Seat and Calton Hill.
- See many other sights that include Holyrood Palace and hillside monuments.
- Be taken on the most picturesque route rather than the standard tourist route.
- See the impressive selection of wildlife around the 650 acres of Holyrood Park.
- Be guided by a local expert to learn a wide range of exciting facts
Hvad du vil gøre
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At:
Calton Hill, St. Andrews House 2 Regent Road, Edinburgh EH1 3DG Scotland
Discover the range of towering landmarks and top photo spots.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At:
Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX Scotland
View this magnificent palace from the outside and learn about its history and current ownership from King Charles III.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At:
Holyrood Park Education Centre 1 Queen's Drive, Edinburgh EH8 8HG Scotland
Arthur's Seat is the hill at the centre of the park. We take the peaceful route away from the crowds, admiring wildlife throughout the 650-acre park.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At:
Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh EH15 3PY Scotland
You are rewarded by the top views at the summit and some rest time. Plenty of time to stop and take photos before starting the descent.
Duration: 20 minutes
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Hvad er inkluderet?
- Professionally guided tour
- Small group (Maximum 10)
Yderligere oplysninger
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
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Edinburgh Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Hike Arthur's Seat & Calton Hill in Edinburgh, United Kingdom (UK). This half-day tours experience includes 4 stops over 1 day. Duration: 1 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Her er udgangspunktet
Calton Hill
Discover the range of towering landmarks and top photo spots.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
View this magnificent palace from the outside and learn about its history and current ownership from King Charles III.
Holyrood Park
Arthur's Seat is the hill at the centre of the park. We take the peaceful route away from the crowds, admiring wildlife throughout the 650-acre park.
Arthur's Seat
You are rewarded by the top views at the summit and some rest time. Plenty of time to stop and take photos before starting the descent.
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